Understanding Your Rights
California law mandates that your employer must provide workers’ compensation benefits if you’re injured or become ill due to your job. Your employer cannot fire, punish, or discriminate against you for filing a workers’ compensation claim.
For a detailed look at the claims process, please see our overview of the workers’ compensation process.
Workers’ compensation generally covers:
- Medical Expenses
- Permanent Disability
- Temporary Disability
- Supplemental Job Displacement
Your specific benefits depend on your injury or illness, its duration, and its severity. Other potential benefits include:
- Death Benefits
- Dependency Benefits
- Mileage and Transportation Expenses
- Subsequent Injury Benefits Trust Fund
- Return to Work Fund
Additional Resources
Beyond workers’ compensation benefits, you might also be eligible for:
- State and Federal Disability Payments
- Medicare or Medi-Cal Coverage
- Local or County Health Programs
- Affordable Care Act Insurance and Premium Subsidies
If you have private health insurance, it may cover many of your medical expenses. For more details, please see our page on related benefits.
Third Party Liability
In some cases, a third party may be partially or completely responsible for your injury. This includes equipment manufacturers or other drivers on the road. We thoroughly investigate each case to seek recovery from any liable third parties through personal injury claims. For more information, see our third-party liability page.
Employment Issues
Workplace injuries can lead to more than just medical and financial issues. You might face other employment-related problems like failure to provide reasonable accommodation or discrimination due to your workers’ compensation claim. Even if you’re receiving proper workers’ compensation benefits, we can help if your employer mistreats you. For more information, see our Know Your Rights page.
You Need Experienced Lawyers
At DM&B we understand that the workers’ compensation process can be overwhelming. You don’t have to go through it alone. Our lawyers are dedicated to helping injured workers obtain the recovery they need.
Why Choose Us?
- Dedicated Advocacy: We fight for your rights under California workers’ compensation laws.
- No Win, No Fee: We take cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no legal fees unless we help you recover.
- Multilingual Service: Our lawyers speak English and Spanish to better serve the Bay Area community.